Purchasing Assistant
Full job description
Pin Point Recruitment
Salary: £26,400 – £27,600 per year
Purchasing Assistant
* Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
* £22,000 – £23,000
* Full Time, Permanent
A global leader in the manufacture and supply of technical products to a variety of industry sectors is recruiting for a Purchasing Assistant to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supplier relationship management and the procurement of direct materials.
Responsibilities:
* Purchasing direct materials
* Negotiating pricing with suppliers and identifying cost savings
* Participating in procurement update meetings
* Identifying critical items and risk areas
* Regular monitoring of performing lines
* Compiling reports on product and supplier performance
* Creating works orders
* Forming strong supplier relationships
* Communicating and resolving supply issues
* Booking in goods
* Monitoring invoicing
Knowledge and Experience:
* Level 3 or equivalent in Business and Admin
* Computer literate with advanced MS Office skills
* Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment
This position would suit a Purchasing Assistant with a background in high speed manufacturing. The successful candidate will enjoy an industry leading benefits package plus many other outstanding perks.
For further details on this excellent opportunity to join a leading global employer, please apply with your CV via the apply button or contact Liam at our Gateshead office.
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